FINAL OS SC Mtg Minutes 2017-12-12.pdf

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b. Enrollment Update(Oct 1,2017 data) Mr. Clement also reviewed the enrollment numbers in the October 1,2017 data, shown as Attachment C. The Superintendent commended Mr. Clement for the great job he is doing, as things are moving in a positive direction. Enrollment of students from Wayland was noted,as was the special visit arranged for students from this town who were unable to attend the scheduled visits. c. Outreach Efforts The Superintendent reported that outreach efforts also included invitations for him to speak at various school committee meetings in member towns. He also noted that he has signed up to get on 9 of the 10 parent group Facebook and list serves, and noted there is a lot of support for Minuteman. d. Update on Increasing District Membership The Superintendent reported that he recently met with members of the Cambridge School Committee who are working to improve access to Minuteman for the Cambridge students. Additionally,the new Dover- Sherborn superintendent visited the school and was impressed,. c. New England Association of Schools and Colleges(NEASC)Decennial Accreditation Visit SP 2019 The Superintendent reported that the Decennial Accreditation visit is scheduled for the Spring of 2019,and involves a year long self-study that will involve the entire school. He explained that the Steering Committee is being co-chaired by Bill Blake, and the initial meeting was scheduled earlier in the day. He noted that the visit is planned for a month before the new building is turned over. He is surveying staff to assess the work volume in preparation for the move to the new building, and may request a delay in the visit. 6. PRINCIPAL'S REPORT a. Approval of Out-of-State Field Trip: Dual Enrollment US History class to New York City,May 18,2018 Mr. Dillon described the details of this trip,and the following vote was taken: ACTION 2017#81 Moved(DeLuca) and seconded(Flood) To approve the Dual Enrollment US History class out of state field trip to New York City, on May 18,2018,as presented VOTE: 9 members in room at time of vote Weighted Vote present: 90.07% Weight needed: >45.03% Names of towns opposing or abstaining: none Final percentage results of vote: 90.07% Final status of the vote: Unanimous 7. SCHOOL BUILDING COMMITTEE REPORT a. Permitting Update The Superintendent reported that he has been in discussion with the Town Administrators and submitted a proposal for a 25%reduction in fees, a consideration of the road that cost$125K, and consideration of the $325K already spent in fees. The application was submitted on 12.7.17 by Gilbane and assurance has been received that it will be reviewed regardless of the still-unresolved fee issue. He emphasized that he is expecting a decent reduction and no hold-up on the process. 3